I typically hobby within a small group of regulars and may explore someone as a potential replacement/addition to the rooster.
Over time, things are said and shared as you start to get to really know the other person and you let some of your guard down. Things like real name, relationship status, kids, travel, birthdays, other work, and hobbies to name a few.
I always buy each one of them something small around the holidays and (if I know) birthdays. When I say small, it is something that one may spend on a close friend. Let's say around $200.
I celebrated a major birthday milestone, turning 60 this summer. I managed to see each one of them during my birthday month. That was my gift from me to me.
During the visit with my last regular, she said, "Since we are friends and I knew you just had your birthday, I got you a little something". She knew that I like scotch and purchased a really nice bottle. That was sweet of her. Truly it was taken back and appreciated the gesture.
Have any of the fellas out there been in a similar situation, outside of spending extra time?
Ladies feel free to contribute if you have reciprocated with your client.
Thanks,
PS, I guess she cemented her place as a regular which is fine by me tbh.
Over time, things are said and shared as you start to get to really know the other person and you let some of your guard down. Things like real name, relationship status, kids, travel, birthdays, other work, and hobbies to name a few.
I always buy each one of them something small around the holidays and (if I know) birthdays. When I say small, it is something that one may spend on a close friend. Let's say around $200.
I celebrated a major birthday milestone, turning 60 this summer. I managed to see each one of them during my birthday month. That was my gift from me to me.
During the visit with my last regular, she said, "Since we are friends and I knew you just had your birthday, I got you a little something". She knew that I like scotch and purchased a really nice bottle. That was sweet of her. Truly it was taken back and appreciated the gesture.
Have any of the fellas out there been in a similar situation, outside of spending extra time?
Ladies feel free to contribute if you have reciprocated with your client.
Thanks,
PS, I guess she cemented her place as a regular which is fine by me tbh.